Tucson city parks are closed to the public from 10:30 PM to 6 AM unless otherwise posted or permitted, per the Parks and Recreation Department rules. Some parks have different hours posted at their entrances. Special event permits can authorize after-hours use. The park curfew is enforced by Tucson Police Department and park rangers.
The standard park curfew applies to all city-owned parks, playgrounds, and recreation areas. Certain parks may have extended hours during special events, summer programs, or community activities. Lighting of sports fields and courts may be available until 10 PM or 10:30 PM in some locations. Dogs in designated off-leash areas follow the same park hours. Violation of park curfew is a civil offense.
Individuals found in city parks after curfew may receive a civil citation and be asked to leave. Trespass charges may apply for refusal to leave. Repeat violations in the same park may result in a park ban.
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